Ask 'why' five times about every matter.

Progress cannot be generated when we are satisfied with existing situations.

The Toyota style is not to create results by working hard. It is a system that says there is no limit to people's creativity. People don't go to Toyota to 'work' they go there to 'think'.

Having no problems is the biggest problem of all.

Without standards, there can be no improvement.

Standards should not be forced down from above but rather set by the production workers themselves.

We are doomed to failure without a daily destruction of our various preconceptions.

The more inventory a company has, the less likely they will have what they need.

Data is of course important in manufacturing, but I place the greatest emphasis on facts.

Costs do not exist to be calculated. Costs exist to be reduced.

Where there is no Standard there can be no Kaizen

In past wars only homes burnt, but this timeDon't be surprised if even loneliness ignites.In past wars only bodys burnt, but this timeDon't be surprised if even shadows ignite.

Thin people are beautiful but fat people are adorable.

It's probably a bit of a power trip when you befriend somebody enough that they trust you to tell you things.

There's 1,000 ways into addiction 1,000 ways out.

I believe it is important for people to create a healthy mental environment in which to accomplish daily tasks.

Vermont is the only place in America where I ever hear thrift spoken of with respect.

You took a bath without me?" I smiled to myself at the accusation in his voice.

If intellect plays a large part in the field of violence, I hold that it plays a larger part in the field of nonviolence.

I always keep my repertorial hat on.

I always knew who I was and where I had come from. I was not looking for a home in other people's lands.